What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Rock Island?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Rock Island is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Rock Island?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Rock Island is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Rock Island?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Rock Island. However, there are services departing from South Bend, IN and arriving at Davenport via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from South Bend to Rock Island?

The distance between South Bend and Rock Island is 264 miles. The road distance is 240.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Bend to Rock Island without a car?

The best way to get from South Bend to Rock Island without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Rock Island?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from South Bend to Rock Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Rock Island bus from?

South Bend to Rock Island bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend, IN station.

Bus or fly from South Bend to Rock Island?

The best way to get from South Bend to Rock Island is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $380 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the South Bend to Rock Island bus arrive?

South Bend to Rock Island bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Rock Island?

Rock Island is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 12:19 AM in South Bend and 11:19 PM in Rock Island.

Can I drive from South Bend to Rock Island?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Rock Island is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from South Bend to Rock Island.

How do I get a bus ticket from South Bend to Rock Island?

Book your South Bend to Rock Island bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rock Island?

There are 97+ hotels available in Rock Island.

South Bend to Rock Island - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from South Bend to Rock Island by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, train, bus, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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best
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicagobus Columbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Davenportbus Btw 1205 / ...
5h 50m
Drive 239.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Rock Islandcar 239.4 mi
4h 17m
$44–64
Fly from South Bend
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane SBN - MLI
5h 22m
$66–379
Train, bus
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Davenportbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
6h 14m
$52–105
Bus via South Bend Station
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Davenportbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
6h 14m
$55–92
Train, bus via Davenport
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Davenportbus Btw 1205 / ...
6h 19m
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ORD - MLI
6h 48m
$66–322

South Bend (SBN) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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4h 46mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Rock Island, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from South Bend, IN to Davenport via Chicago in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, United Airlines and Delta fly from South Bend (SBN) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) every 4 hours.

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